replacement HUD windshield?
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After a close second look, it is Pilkington...first time I ever used the glass and first time i cared to get close enough to a piece of glass to actually look at the name and sound it out. You knew what I was referring to. If you get windnoise, that's simply from a poor bead lay, nothing more. As far as Range Rovers, the look interests me, the money really isn't the issue but I'd have a hard time justifying spending money that could be used to feed the less fortunate or to keep them warm on cold nights rather than to spoil myself....in fact I really have a love/hate relationship with this E60. There's a story behind it and that's why I own it. I'd never go out and drop my money on a piece of plastic, metal and glass just because it makes me feel good or it looks good etc etc....just not that type of guy. I'd drive a little VW bug from the 60's with no shame. Rust and all.
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Range Rovers are nice trucks, I'd lease one but would never buy one.
I'd drive alot of cars with no shame but a Bug is not one of them.
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After a close second look, it is Pilkington...first time I ever used the glass and first time i cared to get close enough to a piece of glass to actually look at the name and sound it out. You knew what I was referring to. If you get windnoise, that's simply from a poor bead lay, nothing more. As far as Range Rovers, the look interests me, the money really isn't the issue but I'd have a hard time justifying spending money that could be used to feed the less fortunate or to keep them warm on cold nights rather than to spoil myself....in fact I really have a love/hate relationship with this E60. There's a story behind it and that's why I own it. I'd never go out and drop my money on a piece of plastic, metal and glass just because it makes me feel good or it looks good etc etc....just not that type of guy. I'd drive a little VW bug from the 60's with no shame. Rust and all.
That statement is far from accurate. Many BMW's are very sensitive to exact placement and fit of the windsheild to prevent wind noise. Mounted to high, low, in/out, up/down, whatever can drastically affect wind noise. BMW has very precise windsheild replacement instructions that are rarely referenced or performed by glass shops. Just an FYI.
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Well after calling around and doing some research online I found that yes you can put a regular windshield on there. Most people do not see the double numbers in the glass. Standard after market windshield is $279 installed in Orange county. Original equipment manufacture is $499
After market price for a HUD replacement glass if $689 but she is going to call to make sure of the price she is also going to call to see what my price is with dealer glass. for the dealer glass it will be $729
Let's see how much of a tight wad I'm going to be this month.
After market price for a HUD replacement glass if $689 but she is going to call to make sure of the price she is also going to call to see what my price is with dealer glass. for the dealer glass it will be $729
Let's see how much of a tight wad I'm going to be this month.
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Well after calling around and doing some research online I found that yes you can put a regular windshield on there. Most people do not see the double numbers in the glass. Standard after market windshield is $279 installed in Orange county. Original equipment manufacture is $499
After market price for a HUD replacement glass if $689 but she is going to call to make sure of the price she is also going to call to see what my price is with dealer glass. for the dealer glass it will be $729
Let's see how much of a tight wad I'm going to be this month.
After market price for a HUD replacement glass if $689 but she is going to call to make sure of the price she is also going to call to see what my price is with dealer glass. for the dealer glass it will be $729
Let's see how much of a tight wad I'm going to be this month.
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"If you get windnoise, that's simply from a poor bead lay, nothing more."
That statement is far from accurate. Many BMW's are very sensitive to exact placement and fit of the windsheild to prevent wind noise. Mounted to high, low, in/out, up/down, whatever can drastically affect wind noise. BMW has very precise windsheild replacement instructions that are rarely referenced or performed by glass shops. Just an FYI.
That statement is far from accurate. Many BMW's are very sensitive to exact placement and fit of the windsheild to prevent wind noise. Mounted to high, low, in/out, up/down, whatever can drastically affect wind noise. BMW has very precise windsheild replacement instructions that are rarely referenced or performed by glass shops. Just an FYI.
"If you get windnoise, that's simply from a poor bead lay, nothing more."
Now, if you throw the BMW variable in there, which we can assume is the prerequisite of this entire forum unless otherwise stated.....
With that said, It is either the poor bead or the factory placing the windshield on their poorly laid bead which in turn gives way for their windshield "placement" excuse. If you position the windshield incorrectly the corresponding parts on the E60 would not fit! However, if you had laid a poor bead and the windshield did indeed fit you may get a tiny bubble in there which give room for air and thus allowing wind noise to enter.
So I defend my first statement and ask that you provide the information that you're given to us so that we may be a bit more informed before taking your side.
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Well after calling around and doing some research online I found that yes you can put a regular windshield on there. Most people do not see the double numbers in the glass. Standard after market windshield is $279 installed in Orange county. Original equipment manufacture is $499
After market price for a HUD replacement glass if $689 but she is going to call to make sure of the price she is also going to call to see what my price is with dealer glass. for the dealer glass it will be $729
Let's see how much of a tight wad I'm going to be this month.
After market price for a HUD replacement glass if $689 but she is going to call to make sure of the price she is also going to call to see what my price is with dealer glass. for the dealer glass it will be $729
Let's see how much of a tight wad I'm going to be this month.
Thanks in advance.
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I just used one of the glass quoting services online to get a rough quote. Then I called to see if there were differences for HUD, this where I got the other prices.
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For whatever it is worth, Corvette owners regularly use regular windshields when replacing a HUD windshield. They claim there is little difference in the end result (other than price). Check out their forums.
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thanks, everyone, for chiming in.
I'll do the replacement hud option, with an indy installer. looks like the best option all things considered.
many thanks, forum members!!!
I'll do the replacement hud option, with an indy installer. looks like the best option all things considered.
many thanks, forum members!!!
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